Panasonic TS2 vs Samsung ST600
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Panasonic TS2 vs Samsung ST600 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 188g - 99 x 63 x 24mm
- Launched January 2010
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FT2
- Old Model is Panasonic TS1
- Newer Model is Panasonic TS3
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-135mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 150g - 104 x 60 x 20mm
- Launched January 2010
Panasonic TS2 vs Samsung ST600 Overview
Here is a comprehensive assessment of the Panasonic TS2 vs Samsung ST600, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the TS2 (14MP) and the ST600 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe TS2 was released within a month of the ST600 and they are both of a similar age. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic TS2 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST600 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the TS2 matches up vs the ST600 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic TS2 vs Samsung ST600 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 & Samsung ST600. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic TS2 Gallery & Samsung ST600 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS2 over the Samsung ST600
TS2 | ST600 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung ST600 over the Panasonic TS2
ST600 | TS2 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3.5" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.8") | |
Screen resolution | 1152k | 230k | Sharper screen (+922k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic TS2 and Samsung ST600
TS2 | ST600 | |||
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Launched | January 2010 | January 2010 | Similar age | |
Focus manually | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Panasonic TS2 vs Samsung ST600 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry your camera often, you should think about its weight and size. The Panasonic TS2 comes with physical measurements of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Samsung ST600 has specifications of 104mm x 60mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic TS2 vs Samsung ST600 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the TS2 against the ST600.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the TS2 and ST600 is 93 and 95 respectively.
Panasonic TS2 vs Samsung ST600 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizing just by looking at specifications. The visual underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the TS2 and ST600.
Plainly, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels and you can expect similar quality of photographs though you need to consider the age of the products into consideration.
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Panasonic TS2 vs Samsung ST600 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 | Samsung ST600 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 | Samsung ST600 |
Otherwise known as | Lumix DMC-FT2 | - |
Type | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2010-01-26 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine HD II | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 4800 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 27-135mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 3.5 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 1,152 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1300 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.10 m | 5.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | AVCHD Lite | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 188 gr (0.41 pounds) | 150 gr (0.33 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 63 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 104 x 60 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | - | SLB07 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $350 | $330 |